رَبِّ اجْعَلْنِي مُقِيمَ الصَّلَاةِ وَمِن ذُرِّيَّتِي ۚ رَبَّنَا وَتَقَبَّلْ دُعَاءِ رَبَّنَا اغْفِرْ لِي وَلِوَالِدَيَّ وَلِلْمُؤْمِنِينَ يَوْمَ يَقُومُ الْحِسَابُ
My Lord, establish prayer for me and my descendants. Our Lord, accept my supplication. Our Lord, forgive me and my parents and the believers the Day the judgment is established.
*Rabbij'alni muqeemas-salaati wa min dhurriyyati, rabbana wa taqabbal du'aa. Rabbanaghfir lee liwaalidayya wa lilmu'mineena yawma yaqumul-hisab.*
When to Read
This beautiful dua, taught by Allah (SWT) to Prophet Ibrahim (AS) in Surah Ibrahim, is perfect for reciting anytime. It's especially poignant when you want to ask Allah to bless your parents with inner peace and contentment with whatever circumstances He has decreed for them. You can make this dua during any of your prayers (salah) or at other times when seeking Allah's favor, like after completing your Quran recitation or during the blessed hours of the night.
How to Read
When reciting this dua, ensure you are in a state of purity (wudu) if possible. Face the Qiblah and raise your hands in supplication. Recite with sincerity, contemplating the meaning and feeling the weight of your request. Imagine Allah (SWT) listening attentively. It is important to have firm belief that Allah will accept your dua. Remember, this prayer is not just for their contentment but also asks for forgiveness for them and yourself, encompassing the Day of Judgment.
Virtues & Benefits
This verse from Surah Ibrahim is a powerful testament to the importance of family in Islam and the profound duty we have towards our parents. By reciting it, we are following the example of Prophet Ibrahim (AS), a beloved prophet of Allah. The dua encompasses several key benefits: it asks for Allah to establish prayer within ourselves and our lineage, acknowledging its central role in our lives. It seeks acceptance of our supplications, a fundamental aspect of connecting with our Creator. Crucially, it includes a plea for forgiveness for our parents and all believers, highlighting the interconnectedness of the Ummah and the deep love and concern we should have for those who brought us into this world. This seeking of forgiveness for parents is a significant act of obedience and love, continuing even after their passing.